Scudetto holders Napoli kicked off their pre-season against Arezzo at Dimaro. Kevin De Bruyne debuted in a 4-3-3 setup, while Scott McTominay and Matteo Politano were rested due to minor muscle fatigue, causing no serious concern.
Milan icon Alexandre Pato, currently with the Rossoneri in Singapore for pre-season, shared his insights on Massimiliano Allegri's return to Milan and Carlo Ancelotti's historic appointment as Brazil's national team coach.
Atletico Madrid has reportedly secured Marc Pubill, beating Wolves, after AC Milan surprisingly pulled out of a deal following a preliminary medical. Pubill's transfer saga concludes with a move to the Spanish giants.
Milan striker Lorenzo Colombo is reportedly on the brink of joining Genoa in a loan deal with a potential €10m obligation to buy, marking a significant step in his career after various loan spells.
Jadon Sancho's Juventus move faces uncertainty. Reports suggest the Italian club has paused talks due to doubts about his profile and a recent €32m signing. Manchester United has dropped their price for the outcast star.
Juventus midfielder Fabio Miretti, turning 22, is drawing strong interest from Napoli and Bologna, with Juventus reportedly seeking up to €30m. After a loan stint at Genoa, Miretti is expected to leave Turin permanently this summer.
AC Milan navigates a complex transfer market, securing left-back Pervis Estupinan but missing out on Marc Pubill to Atletico Madrid. Their pursuit of right-back Guela Dou continues with an increased bid, though still below Strasbourg's asking price.
Hakan Calhanoglu's agent, Gordon Stipic-Wipfler, expressed frustration over media leaks regarding Galatasaray and Fenerbahce interest, stating no direct offers. Calhanoglu plans to join Inter's pre-season if no serious bids emerge from Istanbul.
Cesc Fabregas details his "unexpected" Inter Milan snub, highlighting commitment to Como's ambitious project. He discusses key signings like Morata and Jacob Ramon, and humorously responds to rumors of Lionel Messi joining the club.
Hakan Calhanoglu's agent, Gordon Stipic-Wipfler, has decisively debunked intense rumors linking his client to Turkish giants Galatasaray and Fenerbahce, affirming Calhanoglu's commitment to Inter Milan for the upcoming season.